06.1-2 Flashcard The Constitution

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The introduction of the Constitution is called _____

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the Preamble

Front

The government of the United States is a federal system, in which the many state governments and the single federal government share power.

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TRUE

Front

The powers of the federal government that are specifically listed in the Constitution are known as _____________.

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enumerated powers

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The federal government and state governments cannot share any powers.

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FALSE

Front

What protection did the Framers of the Constitution include to prevent a branch of government from becoming too powerful?

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checks and balances

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What right is guaranteed in the Bill of Rights?

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freedom from cruel and unusual punishment

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The Constitution is flexible and can be amended to meet the challenges of changing society.

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TRUE

Front

What is the two-step process for amending the Constitution?

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Formal proposal by Congress or states, followed by ratification by the states.

Front

Which amendment changed the voting age to 18 years old?

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the Twenty-Sixth Amendment

Front

Which clause of the Constitution gives Congress the power to control commerce “among the several States”?

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the Commerce Clause